Disability Support Worker – Northside ACT (Casual)

Are you an experienced Disability Support Worker ready to make a meaningful difference?

Connecting Families is seeking a compassionate, patient, and skilled support worker to

provide person-centered support to a female participant in Northside ACT with complex

disability, communication, behavioural, and health support needs.

This is an opportunity for a dedicated worker who enjoys building strong relationships,

supporting independence, and helping participants achieve their goals in a safe,

respectful, and empowering environment.

About the Role

• Casual position

• Provide 1:1 disability support including daily living assistance, community participation,

emotional support, and skill development.

• Support a participant living with intellectual disability, Sturge Weber syndrome,

hemiplegia, epilepsy, and glaucoma.

• Implement Positive Behaviour Support strategies and follow individual support plans.

• Assist with routines, transitions, emotional regulation, and maintaining a predictable and

supportive environment.

• Support community access, meaningful activities, and opportunities to develop

independence.

Applicants must be comfortable supporting a participant who requires consistency,

patience, clear communication, and proactive behaviour support approaches.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with participants with intellectual disability, complex support needs,

or behaviours of concern.

• Ability to remain calm, patient, and supportive during periods of distress or emotional

escalation.

• Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), person-centered care, and trauma-informed approaches.

• Strong rapport-building skills and the ability to establish trust with participants.

• Ability to follow detailed support plans, maintain routines, and support transitions

effectively.

• Reliable, flexible, and committed to providing consistent support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily living skills and encourage independence.

• Assist with community access, appointments, and meaningful activities.

• Provide reassurance and support with emotional regulation strategies.

• Use clear communication, visual supports, and predictable routines to support

participation.

• Support safe travel practices and community engagement.

• Complete accurate shift notes, incident reports, and behaviour observations when

required.

Requirements

• Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Community Services, or equivalent.

• NDIS Worker Screening Check (current or willing to obtain).

• First Aid (HLTAID011) & CPR (HLTAID009).

• Valid driver’s licence and reliable insured vehicle.

• Experience in disability support, complex needs, or behavioural support is highly

desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive, values-driven team culture.

• Ongoing professional development and training.

• Opportunity to make a genuine impact in a participant’s life.

• Work within a person-centered organization committed to quality support.

• Be part of a team that values compassion, consistency, and meaningful outcomes.

Apply now with your resume and cover letter if you’re ready to support a participant with

complex needs in a safe, respectful, and empowering environment.

Note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be

contacted